MAKINDE WOOS INVESTORS IN UK, WANTS OYO TO RUN WITHOUT FEDERAL ALLOCATION

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The Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, has said that he wanted the State to effectively run without monthly allocation from the Federation Account and to become one of the fastest rising economic States in the country.

Governor Makinde spoke at the Oyo State International Business Summit (OYSIBS 2023) with the theme, “Accessing the Pioneer Advantage to Sustainable Investment in Oyo State” in London, United Kingdom, on Friday.

The governor while speaking to newsmen said he wanted Oyo State to stop monthly trip to the nation’s capital to beg for financial aid from the federal government while calling on the international corporate world and individuals to invest in the Southwestern State of Nigeria.

“What we are doing here today is to bring in key actors in agribusiness, solid minerals and mining, tourism, sustainable energy, and infrastructure sectors, to discuss the investment opportunities in these areas through private investment ventures, public private partnership (PPP) and public-private-development partnership (PPDP) model in our Oyo State.

“We want to stop the monthly trip to Abuja for federal allocations, we want Oyo State to be a state that can run with zero federal allocation, so that is the main reason for the summit. I am excited about the people and to see a lot of potential and the energy in the room, I am very sure we will harness it”.

“We have linked all the major zones in Oyo State with a viable road network and have invested heavily in security to ensure that you are safe wherever you choose to locate your business within the borders of Oyo State. This has led to us growing our economy from N2.75trillion in 2019 to N4.05 trillion as of Q3 2022 without increasing taxes. In the same period, we increased our Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) by over 90%,” Makinde explained.

On his part, the Nigerian High Commissioner to United Kingdom, Ambassador Sarafa Tunji Isola, in a chat with LEADERSHIP, said the summit has further encouraged economic diplomacy and British investment in Nigeria while encouraging investors to key into Governor Makinde’s vision.

“This summit has helped in our economic diplomacy to ensure we have British investment in Nigeria and to encourage Nigerian businessmen to export to United Kingdom. Within the context of what Oyo State has to offer in terms of agribusiness, solid minerals, ICT and other infrastructure projects, investors will have the opportunity to know what Oyo State stands for, and of particular interest is the governor who has a private sector background which is key to investors, and with what has been presented, I have no doubt in my mind that they are ready for industrial investment and economic development,” Amb Ishola stated.

Also speaking, Nigeria’s House of Representatives member-elect to represent Ogbomoso North, Ogbomoso South and Orire federal constituency of Oyo State, Hon. Olamiju Akala, said that the State has created an enabling environment with a vibrant young workforce, which promises to give investors value for their investment.

“Oyo State is still a virgin land, we need investors to come and partner with the state government, this summit will impact the people of Oyo state when investors come into the state. I am sure that the investors who are here today have been convinced about the good ill in the state. When they take the step to invest in us, they will surely get value for their investment because we occupy about 28,454 km² of land and the major population are the young who make up the workforce,” Akala added.

 

WE HAVE HE GOVERNOR ADEMOLA ADELEKE IMOLE OSUN STATE AND HON.BOLANLE AMINAT SARUMI ALIYU CHAIRPERSON AGM &POLITICALLY ADDRESS AS BASA IMOLE OYO STATE AND IMOLE FOR ALL ACTIVE WOMEN IN POLITICS SOUTH WEST ZONE .

 WHEN  LIGHT  COMETH  DARKNESS  DISAPPEARS

WE HAVE HE GOVERNOR  ADELEKE IMOLE OSUN STATE AND  HON.BOLANLE AMINAT SARUMI ALIYU CHAIRPERSON AGM & POLITICALLY ADDRESS AS BASA IMOLE OYO STATE AND IMOLE  FOR ALL ACTIVE  WOMEN  IN POLITICS SOUTH WEST ZONE .

Today's event or occasion doesn't just happened for a funfair gathering or business as usual,it's just basically to conferred another role of mentorship tutorlage on our working Governor of  Osun state and the only shining light in the South West Zone as our Father and Mentor in which all AGM executives nationwide  are well pleased to make him or conferred on him Role model general and Mentor to all AGM members both home and in diaspora.

Truly a lesson was learnt today only for few individuals that can pontificate.

Genuine leader don't buy award or seek for relevance,their impact and contribution to the society do speak for them that is exactly  what prompted the decision making body of the most committed and sincere Socio political platform called Atikulated Global Movement (AGM) , to adopt HE Gov Ademola Adeleke as the  Mentor and Father of the group led by Hon.Bolanle Aminat Sarumi Aliyu politically address as BASA.

On this day of your official conferrement,as our Mentor,God's Providence shall never elude you and your family members,sir.

AGM,Atikulated Global Movement, South West and PDP Presidential Campaign Committee, female Youth, Osun State Chapter, on behalf of the associations, Mrs. Bolanle Sarumi said the group purposely visited the Governor to felicitate with him for his outstanding performance in the State saying, he has changed the fortune of Osun for better as residents of the State are now happy to have him as the Governor.

AGM to the world 🌎🌎🌎🌎

Mrs Sarumi on behalf of other group members presented a certificate of endorsement by the aspirants and candidates of the Atikulated Global Movement (AGM) of the Peoples' Democratic Party (PDP) to the Governor. While Mrs Odunayo Danjuma, on behalf of the traders presented a fabric to the Governor. 

In his response, Governor Ademola Adeleke appreciated the visitors for identifying with him on his victory.

He explained that his prudence in managing the finance of the State associated with his achievements within the few months he has spent in the office.

Governor Adeleke added that despite the challenges in Court, he is determined to serve the people of Osun, advancing that he blocked all the leakages and thereby embarked on infrastructural development of the State starting from the construction of the long-abandoned Osogbo/ Ikirun/ Ila-Odo road which is almost completed, prompt payment of workers salaries and pensions, free medical care, provision of pipe born water and lots more.

The State helmsman Promised not to disappoint the association and the people of Osun at large, saying the light which has started in Osun will spread around the Southwest and beyond.

He, therefore, accepted and endorsed the association, promising to always support them for the betterment of the Country.

God bless federal republic of Nigeria,

God bless Osun state,

God bless AGM.

REVEALED : LIST OF NIGERIANS IN GUINNESS BOOK OF WORLD RECORDS

 

REVEALED : LIST OF NIGERIANS IN GUINNESS 🌎 BOOK OF WORLD RECORDS

Have you ever wondered if there are Nigerians holding Guinness World Records?

The Guinness World Record is simply a British reference book published annually that lists records of human achievements from around the world.

This book also publishes the extremes of the natural world. Over the years, lots of Nigerians have made it to the Guinness Book of World Records, here are some of them:

Fela Kuti
The late Fela Kuti holds a Guinness world record for the most studio album recordings released.

He achieved this when he recorded 46 albums as a solo artist over the course of a solo career that lasted for 23 years.

Wizkid
Wizkid joins the list for being the artist with the first track to reach one billion streams on Spotify
Ayo Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid has a Guinness World Record for being the artist with the first track to reach one billion streams on Spotify. Wizkid achieved this with One Dance by Drake (Canada) which featured him and Kyla, on December 16, 2016.

Bose Omolayo
Bose Omolayo achieved a Guinness World Record in 2021 when she did the heaviest para power lift by a female in the -79 kg category at 144 kg (317 lb 7 oz).

Rema
Rema became the first artist to top the Middle Eastern and North Africa (MENA) charts. With this feat, Rema set a new Guinness Book of Records.

Paul Kehinde
Paul Kehinde set a Guinness World Record for the heaviest para power lift by a male in the -65 kg category 221 kg (487 lb 3.5 oz).

He did this after he broke his own world record of 220.5 kg, set at the World Championship in December 2017.

Stephen Keshi
Stephen Keshi, a popular Nigerian footballer holds a Guinness World Record for the youngest person to win the Africa Cup of Nations as a player and coach.

Chinonso Eche
Chinonso Eche holds the Guinness world record for most football (soccer ball) headers in a prone position in one minute (233) (Credit: Twitter) Chinonso Eche, also known as “Amazing Kid Eche” holds the Guinness world record for most football (soccer ball) headers in a prone position in one minute (233). He did this in 2021.

The young lad also holds the Guinness world record for the fastest time to 1,000 football (soccer ball) touches while balancing a ball on the head. He did this in 7 min 46 sec on 13 October 2021.

This amazing kid also earned another Guinness World Record for the most consecutive football (soccer) touches in one minute while balancing a football on the head which (111).

Record- Longest Dance PartyKafayat Oluwatoyin Shafau, popularly known by her stage name, Kaffy, is a Nigerian dancer, choreographer, and fitness coach. She is the founder of Imagneto Dance Company and is regarded as the best dancer in Nigeria due to innovative techniques in teaching the art of dance.Kaffy broke the “Longest Dance Party Record” when she danced for 52 hours and 3 minutes in 2006.

Nigerian artiste and Teacher, Adetunwase Adenle is the next Nigerian on our list of Nigerians in the Guinness Book of Records. He broke the record for the Biggest Painting by the Highest Number of People in 2010.

Bayode Treasures-Olawunmi

Record- Longest Reading Marathon

Nigerian book enthusiast, Bayode Treasures-Olawunmi is another Nigerian in the Guinness Book of Record. His record is quite enthralling to many as it is almost unbelievable.He broke the record for the longest reading marathon when he read aloud for 120 hours non-stop in 2018. He is known to be an advocate for the reading culture in Nigerian kids and adults.

Peter Aho

Record- Best Bowling Figures in a T2OI Series

19-year-old Peter Aho (at the time) had his name in the Guinness Book of Records in 2021. He broke the record for the Best Bowling figures, taking six wickets for five runs in 3.4 overs.Aho’s achievement is a big one for Nigeria as it was made during the six-match bilateral duel with Sierra Leone, organized by the Nigerian Cricket Foundation- a first of its kind.

David Omueya Dafinone

Record- Most Accountants in One Family Nigerian accountant and politician, David Omueya Dafinone is another Nigerian with an amazing feat recognized in the Guinness Book of Records. The late chattered accountant held a record for having the most chattered accountants in one family.Dafinone’s five children (Three sons and two daughters) are all qualified as members of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales. They achieved the feat between 1986 and 1999. Their father was equally a member of the same institution in 1963. The children’s names are Igho Omueya Dafinone, Ede Omueya Dafinone, and Duvie Omueya Dafinone, who work within the D O Dafinone Co. Chartered Accountants firm in Lagos. The other two, Daphne Omueya Dafinone and Joy Ufuoma Dafinone live in London.

Mfon Udoh

Record- Most Goals by a Player in a Single Season of the Nigerian Premier League.

Most of the record breakers on this list have made achievements in the sports category. This speaks so well for Nigerian sports as it puts the country in global light in the world of sports. Another record breaker who makes our list of Nigerians in the Guinness Book of Records is the popular Football forward, Mfon Udoh.Udoh broke the record for the “most goals scored by a player in a single season of the Nigerian Premier League”. He scored 23 goals for Eyimba in the 2013/14 NPFL, breaking the previous record of 20 by Jude Aneke in 2010/11.

Other Nigerians who also hold Guinness world records are; Haruna Abdulazeez, Peter Aho, Bayo Omoboriowo, Mfon Udoh, David Omueya Dafinone, Modenine, Vincent Okezie, Lauritta Onye, Lucy Ejike, Folashade Oluwafemiayo and many others

20 things to know about Hilda Baci and her Guinness World Record Marathon Cooking

 20 things to know about Hilda Baci and her Guinness World Record Marathon Cooking - CEO Ambassador Oyedeji Olusegun Abayomi PWDS  Leader Rooting for Hilda

The love for Hilda is massive and we love it 

 

1. Her real name is Hilda Bassey Effiong. She is a young Nigerian chef from Akwa Ibom State. She owes a food brand in Lagos called "My Food by Hilda"

2. She will be cooking for 4 days non-stop.

3. She must stand to cook, she is not permitted to sit while cooking.

4. She’s not allowed to take coffee, stimulants, or any energy drink to artificially boost her energy and bodily strength while cooking

5. She's allowed to eat food, drink water or fruit juice, & take glucose

6. The cooking is taking place at Amore Gardens, Lekki, Lagos State, Nigeria.

7. She cooks round the clock, no sleep (Morning, afternoon, evening, and night. So, for 4 nights, she won't sleep)

8. She has just 5 minutes rest per hour [meaning for every 1 hour, she is entitled to just 5 minutes rest or break, that's an hour break in every 12 hours].

Other sources claim
She gets a 30-minute break every 6 hours, she spends the 30mins in a medical van which is just close by, within which she can nap, use the restroom, and also get a medical assessment or checkup by the medical team available on the spot.

9. Whatever she cooks is shared to the people at the venue for FREE. She is not selling the food.

10. She cooks different meals simultaneously. She is at liberty to cook any meal she likes. There are no restrictions as to what she can cook or not cook.

The World Record title is about cooking within a time frame, not about what is cooked. As long as she is cooking, she is on track.

11. Every meal cooked and every plate served is recorded.

She has cooked over 115 meals so far with almost 3,000 portions if not more by the time you are reading this.

12. She started the cooking on Thursday and is expected to complete the target time frame by Monday 15th May, 2023 evening.

13. The current holder of the title Hilda seeks to break is an Indian chef Lata Tandon, who set a Guinness World Record for cooking for 87 hours and 45 minutes non-stop in 2019.

14. To break the record, Hilda Baci is attempting to cook for 96 hours, using extra 9 hours to break the world record as the first human on earth to spend such an amount of time cooking a marathon.

15. She tagged the cooking project "Cook-a-thon",

a phrase literally coined from the word "marathon"

16. She appears exhausted already, but the people around her are cheering her on to boost her morale. And they are available with her as she cook 247, even at night.

17. Most of the food items, ingredients, utensils, etc she used for this project are provided by her sponsors. So, the money expended on this project is not 100% from Hilda or her Food brand.

18. Uber, one of her partners is offering a 40% discounted ride to the venue for people who wishes to join and cheer her up at the venue.

19. Hilda's mum is also a chef. She owes a food brand called "Calabar Pot"

20. She is 27 years of age.

CEO Ambassador Oyedeji Olusegun Abayomi PWDS  Leader Rooting for Hilda
The love for Hilda is massive and we love it 

 

 

OYO PDP COMMENDS MAKINDE OVER CAREFUL SELECTION OF TRANSITION COMMITTEE

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OYO PDP COMMENDS MAKINDE OVER CAREFUL SELECTION OF TRANSITION COMMITTEE

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Oyo state chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has commended governor Seyi Makinde for the careful selection of the transition/inauguration committee.

The ruling PDP in the state explained that governor Makinde’s careful selection of members of the transition committee reflects a true manifestation of the prospect of Omituntun 2.0.

The Publicity Secretary of PDP in Oyo state, Akeem Olatunji, who made this known on behalf of the party in a press statement on Sunday disclosed that Omituntun 2.0 which is about consolidating on the success of Omituntun 1.0 is already in full swing with the calibre of highly cerebral politicians and vibrant young leaders and technocrats on the list.

Recall that the Oyo State Executive Council headed by the executive governor met over the last weekend and approved a 15-man transition/inauguration committee to oversee the smooth transition of the present government to the next on 29th of May, 2023.

The list of the transition/inauguration committee members include;

1. Hon. Segun Ogunwuyi – Chairman

2. Ms Ololade Ajibola – Secretary

3. Hon. Abdulmojeed Mogbonjubola

4. Mrs Toyin Balogun

5. Barr Adeniyi Farinto

6. Dr Wasiu Olatubosun

7. Hon. Nureni Alabi

8. Chief Ademola Ojo

9. Hon Dayo Ogungbenro

10. Alhaji Wasiu Adeleke

11. Compol (retd) Fatai Owoseni

12. Alhaji Siju Lawal

13. Mr Akinola Ojo

14. Hon. Simeon Oyeleke

15. Prof Abdulwaheed Soliu

“Without doubt, the assemblage of this cerebral team of transition/inauguration committee has further demonstrated that the Seyi Makinde’s government is gifted with bundles of talents and capable hands”.

“This is a clear testament to the fact that accelerated development under Omituntun 1.0 was good but Sustainable development under Omituntun 2.0 will be better”.

“Makinde as a leader in his own class has continued to raise the bar of good governance that his counterparts from both neighboring states and other parts of the country strive to emulate, and it is on this note we feel greatly lucky to be so blessed with such a visionary leader per excellence”. Olatunji said.